Langdon Park

Langdon Park in Portsmouth, NH, features the prominent equestrian statue of General Fitz John Porter, commemorating the significant contributions and complex history of this Union general during the American Civil War. Located in Haven Park, the statue stands near the birthplace of Porter, the Matthew Livermore House, which reflects his ties to the local area.

General Porter, who played a vital role during the Mexican-American War and in the Civil War's V Corps, faced controversy due to his court-martial in 1863, which branded him unjustly as a coward. His legacy was ultimately restored when he was exonerated posthumously, with his statue dedicated in 1906, symbolizing both his military achievements and the complexities of his career.

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